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Naxçıvan, Azerbaijan
Nakhchivan · Azerbaijan
Naxçıvan is a mid-size city in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan with a population of 97,200. Elevation: 2,910 ft (887 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Naxçıvan
Nakhchivan is the capital and largest city of the eponymous Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, a true exclave of Azerbaijan, located 450 km (280 mi) west of Baku. The municipality of Nakhchivan consists of the city of Nakhchivan, the settlement of Əliabad and the villages of Başbaşı, Bulqan, Haciniyyət, Qaraçuq, Qaraxanbəyli, Tumbul, Qarağalıq, and Daşduz. It is spread over the foothills of Zangezur Mountains, on the right bank of the Nakhchivan River at an altitude of 873 m (2,864 ft) above sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 97,200 |
| Population Density | 16,788 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,910 ft (887 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.2089°, 45.4122° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
| Country | 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan |
| State / Province | Nakhchivan |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.6 inches (268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Naxçıvan
Naxçıvan is a mid-size city in Azerbaijan (Nakhchivan) with a population of 97,200. The city sits at an elevation of 2,910 feet (887 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baku.
Climate in Naxçıvan
Naxçıvan has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 251 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above Azerbaijan avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,910 ft (887 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16,788/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2089°N, 45.4122°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 66 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 95 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 110 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 125 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 133 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 0.8 in |
Naxçıvan has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 27°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.7") and August the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Naxçıvan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Müəllimlər İnstitutu | University | - | , |
| Nakhchivan State University | University | 1967 | Visit → |
| Naxçıvan Universiteti | University | - | , |
| Tədris Peşə Liseyi | College | - | , |
Schools in Naxçıvan
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 nömrəli məktəb | - | - | - | - |
| 4 saylı Məktəb | - | - | - | - |
| Xanım Qızlar Liseyi | - | - | - | - |
| Məktəb | - | - | - | - |
| Məktəb | - | - | - | - |
| Sürücülük məktəbi. Автошкола | - | - | - | - |
| 3√°li mekteb | - | - | - | - |
| Heydər Əliyev adına Orta Məktəb | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Naxçıvan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Naxçıvan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 əsr Qalası | ||||
| Ədəbiyyat Müzeyi | ||||
| Heyder Eliyev Muzeyi | ||||
| Heydər Əliyev muzeyi | ||||
| Noah’s Mausoleum | ||||
| Saint Stepanos Monastery Museum | ||||
| State flag museum | ||||
| Tarix muzeyi | ||||
| The Literature Museum of Nakhchivan | ||||
| Xan Sarayı | ||||
| Xatirə müzeyi |
Libraries in Naxçıvan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arxiv Idarəsi | 0.0 | |||||
| Kitab Evi | 0.0 | |||||
| NDU kitabxanası | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Naxçıvan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elit 57 geyim mağazası | |||||
| Köhnə Bazar |
Hotels in Naxçıvan
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Naxçıvan
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Naxçıvan
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Naxçıvan
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Naxçıvan
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Naxçıvan
6 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Naxçıvan
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Naxçıvan
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Naxçıvan
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Naxçıvan
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Naxçıvan
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Naxçıvan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Naxçıvan
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakhchivan International Airport | NAJ | Large Airport |
| Maku National Airport | IMQ | Medium Airport |
| Sisian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Naxçıvan
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mərkəzi Poçt | |
| Qaracuq Poçtu | |
| Qaraxanbəyli Poçtu | |
| Yeni Poçt 10 (Naxçıvan filialı) |
Treatment Centers in Naxçıvan
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Duzdağ Fizioterapiya Mərkəzi | ||
| Duzdağ Fizioterapiya Mərkəzi |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Naxçıvan
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Came Məscidi | |
| İmamzadə Məscidi | |
| İran məscidi | |
| Kazım Qarabəkir məscidi | |
| Pirqəmiş məscidi |
Quick Facts
Around Naxçıvan
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Naxçıvan?
Naxçıvan has a population of 97,200 residents and is located in Azerbaijan. The population density is 16,788 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Naxçıvan?
Naxçıvan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.